Rivera and Dorsey's son

"Naya Rivera and Ryan Dorsey’s son is following in his parents’ footsteps."

https://people.com/naya-rivera-son-josey-books-first-movie-role-alongside-dad-ryan-dorsey-12073211

Lord of The Rings standard

"J. R. R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings set the gold standard for fantasy worldbuilding, introducing readers to his mythic Middle-earth and its hordes of elves and hobbits."

https://www.cbr.com/fantasy-book-series-that-rival-lord-of-the-rings-list/

Genesis Rodriguez

"Genesis Rodriguez had a number of high-profile roles to her name before starring as Captain Josephina "Josie" Carrillo on Taylor Sheridan's Paramount+ series "Lioness.""

Read More: https://www.tvline.com/2246566/captain-josephina-carrillo-lioness-actress-genesis-rodriguez/

Mourning of Dolly Parton

"This week, the world mourns the loss of beloved country music icon, actress, and philanthropist Dolly Parton. She was 80 years old."

https://ew.com/dolly-parton-and-carl-dean-inside-their-60-year-love-story-12068031?hid=4811f21c13a7d3a5abac89f8c16272d61e5cb114&did=25714447-20260829&utm_campaign=ewk-dispatch_newsletter&utm_source=ewk&utm_medium=email&utm_content=082926&lctg=4811f21c13a7d3a5abac89f8c16272d61e5cb114&lr_input=64a20f24338333901e4cb7afc40a3cfae56c6770df59fc13cf25a5ce36d78b01&utm_term=send2

Books on Extraterrestrial Life

"Does extraterrestrial life exist? Well, the universe is impossibly vast and the great majority of it is unexplored, so the odds are good. But we have yet to actually see any proof."

https://www.makeuseof.com/6-sci-fi-novels-first-contact-3-body-problem-lovecraft/

Murder Mystery

"Who doesn't love a good (murder) mystery? As the summer winds down and the cooler seasons stumble in, nothing beats a good book with a riveting, page-turning conspiracy."

https://collider.com/essential-detective-books-beginners/

Grey's Anatomy cast

"Ellen Pompeo is putting on her scrubs again, as the Grey's Anatomy favourite has been cast as another medical professional in a brand-new drama."

https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/drama/not-a-sound-ellen-pompeo-newsupdate/

Fuller House

"Does the Tanner family have room for one more round of television?"

https://ew.com/candace-cameron-bure-wants-full-house-third-installment-12072451

Fantasy Genre

"The fantasy genre has always been pretty popular in the world of literature, and saw a major surge in the 1980s and '90s with the rise of tabletop RPGs."

https://collider.com/best-fantasy-books-last-20-years-ranked/

Studiocanel

"Studiocanal has launched Studiocanal Classics, a new worldwide catalogue label, drawing on a library of more than 18,000 titles the company describes as the largest outside the U.S."

https://variety.com/2026/film/news/terminator-2-manhunter-jacques-tati-studiocanal-classics-1236844897/

Dolly's final appearance

"Dolly Parton’s final public appearance came two months before her Aug. 25 death."

https://ew.com/dolly-parton-made-final-appearance-2-months-before-death-12067929?hid=4811f21c13a7d3a5abac89f8c16272d61e5cb114&did=25608935-20260825&utm_campaign=ewk-dispatch_newsletter&utm_source=ewk&utm_medium=email&utm_content=082526&lctg=4811f21c13a7d3a5abac89f8c16272d61e5cb114&lr_input=64a20f24338333901e4cb7afc40a3cfae56c6770df59fc13cf25a5ce36d78b01&utm_term=send2

Project Hail Mary and other books

"Just as Andy Weir's original "Project Hail Mary" novel took the world by storm upon its publication in 2021 (becoming a Hugo Award finalist and appearing on the New York Times' best-sellers list for more than a year), the film adaptation of his book remains one of the biggest cinematic success stories of 2026."

Read More: https://www.slashfilm.com/2242826/best-non-sci-fi-books-like-project-hail-mary-andy-weir/

Reba on Dolly Parton

"Reba McEntire shared a touching tribute to her “buddy” Dolly Parton shortly after death on Tuesday."

https://ew.com/reba-mcentire-pays-tribute-dolly-parton-12067934?hid=4811f21c13a7d3a5abac89f8c16272d61e5cb114&did=25608935-20260825&utm_campaign=ewk-dispatch_newsletter&utm_source=ewk&utm_medium=email&utm_content=082526&lctg=4811f21c13a7d3a5abac89f8c16272d61e5cb114&lr_input=64a20f24338333901e4cb7afc40a3cfae56c6770df59fc13cf25a5ce36d78b01&utm_term=send2

Agatha Chritie

"Agatha Christie remains the Queen of Crime, and many of her popular novels are still getting movie and TV adaptations decades later."

https://www.cbr.com/bbc-britbox-agatha-christies-hercule-first-poirot-case-confirmed/

Halloween

"While the franchise’s future on the big screen remains unclear following the conclusion of the Blumhouse/David Gordon Green trilogy — Halloween (2018), Halloween Kills (2021), and Halloween Ends (2022) — a television reboot at Miramax is reportedly in development."https://insidethemagic.net/2026/08/new-halloween-series-confirmed-for-november-reimagines-1978-film-from-michael-myers-point-of-view-dr1/?utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Movie+%26+Entertainment+2026-08-26&utm_term=Movie+%26+Entertainment

Lucy Ball

"It’s probably only fitting that the Television Academy‘s first-ever “Legacy Award” will recognize the series that has probably had the most profound impact of any TV program on the medium: “I Love Lucy.”"https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/i-love-lucy-television-academy-legacy-award-emmys-1236842108/

Andy Weir

"Andy Weir is back in space!"

https://people.com/project-hail-mary-andy-weir-sci-fi-audiobook-starring-anthony-mackie-and-john-leguizamo-12067639

Dolly Parton

"Tributes have poured in for Dolly Parton, the country singer, songwriter and actor, after her death aged 80."https://www.theguardian.com/music/2026/aug/25/dolly-parton-death-celebrity-reactions

TV shows

"Every week, ScreenCrush gives you what you need to know about the week’s best new streaming TV shows."

Read More: The Best New Shows on TV and Streaming This Week | https://screencrush.com/new-tv-streaming-this-week-082426/?utm_source=Klaviyo&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Monday%20-%20Reel%20Time&utm_id=01M0TTBGE5TCBZPCHGX30GJX1J&utm_term=campaign&utm_content=Read%20More&_kx=PiTwW_Mn2xeU4iUqxw4dzS-BSF7KwCahklHA9uPTBCg.WhwnvV&utm_source=tsmclip&utm_medium=referral

Books

"Most readers may know Nugh Howley from his novels "Wool," "Shift," and "Dust," which have collectively been adapted into the hit sci-fi Apple TV series "Silo," currently in its third season."

Read More: https://www.slashfilm.com/2240493/silo-hugh-howey-beacon-23-sci-fi-series/

FIND YOUR INNER NERD DAY

"August 23 is Find Your Inner Nerd Day on the National Day Calendar, and we are sending out an SOS for all inner nerds today!"

https://nationaldaycalendar.com/celebrations/find-your-inner-nerd-day-august-23

Reading

"Reading is a great gift that has the power to open portals in the mind."

https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/articles/9-fantasy-books-teens-tweens-124000514.html

Hercule Poirot

"A new Hercule Poirot has made his debut."

https://screenrant.com/hercule-series-edward-bluemel-first-image/

2 Broke Girls

"After a six-season run on CBS, the hit comedy series 2 Broke Girls was unexpectedly canceled in 2017."https://www.cbr.com/2-broke-girls-reunion-shifting-gears-season-3/?utm_source=CBR-NL&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=CBR-202608191313&user=eWVyZW1pYWgxQGdtYWlsLmNvbQ&lctg=2601e8551f297ca765d0f12d989a6c8210428ba89874e8c86de911899de6f068

NATIONAL RADIO DAY

"On August 20, National Radio Day recognizes the great invention of the radio."

https://nationaldaycalendar.com/celebrations/national-radio-day-august-20

Alan Ritchson

"Alan Ritchson first appeared as Aquaman on Smallville, and now he's one of the biggest action stars in the world."

https://movieweb.com/playdate-streaming-hit-prime-video-august-2026/

Disney Fan Event

"D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event brought a lot of surprises and first looks of what the entertainment company is preparing in the following months and years."

https://deadline.com/lists/everything-announced-d23-2026-disney-fan-event/?utm_source=join1440&utm_medium=email&utm_placement=newsletter&user_id=66c4c92f5d78644b3ac5d5b4

Sabrina

"It’s been a while since we’ve run a proper comic book review on IGN, but that’s something I’m hoping to change in the months ahead."

https://www.ign.com/articles/archie-comics-reboot-oni-press-review-sabrina

Stephen King

"Stephen King has had plenty of chances to make his mark on television, with very mixed results."

https://www.cbr.com/it-welcome-to-derry-best-stephen-king-tv-adaptation/

Best Fantasy Books in 2026

"If you’re looking for the best fantasy books to curl up with as the weather gets colder, this Fall is going to make choosing what to read next unusually difficult."

https://www.womansworld.com/entertainment/books/best-fantasy-books-of-fall-2026-from-yarros-maas-sanderson-more

Alden Ehrenreich

"Following his first Tony win earlier this summer, Alden Ehrenreich has zeroed in on his next big movie role and it’s a high-profile project."

https://deadline.com/2026/08/miami-vice-85-alden-ehrenreich-michael-b-jordan-austin-butler-1237031997/

Climate activism novel

"A novel about rewilding and climate activism in Britain has been named this year’s winner of the Arthur C Clarke award for science fiction."

https://www.theguardian.com/books/2026/aug/12/ej-swift-wins-the-2026-arthur-c-clarke-award-for-science-fiction

Brandon Sanderson

"Being prolific has not really proven to be a problem for Brandon Sanderson."

https://www.womansworld.com/entertainment/books/brandon-sanderson-new-novel-what-to-know-about-fires-of-december

Project Hail Mary

"Project Hail Mary has officially made the jump from the big screen to home viewing."

https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/movies/articles/project-hail-mary-arrives-blu-173653452.html

Murders in the Building

"It’s only murders in the building and mostly actors who have played Doctor Who‘s title character in the upcoming sixth season of Hulu‘s murder mystery comedy."

https://deadline.com/2026/08/only-murders-in-the-building-peter-capaldi-season-6-cast-1237032444/

Historical adventure

"When done right, historical adventure can be one of the most enjoyable subgenres."

https://collider.com/best-historical-adventure-books-all-time-ranked/

Rosario Dawson

"Rosario Dawson had a cameo in Spider-Man: Brand New Day "cut out", much to her mom's disappointment."

https://uk.movies.yahoo.com/rosario-dawson-cut-spider-man-180000020.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=YW5kcm9pZC1hcHA6Ly9jb20uZ29vZ2xlLmFuZHJvaWQuZ29vZ2xlcXVpY2tzZWFyY2hib3gv&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAAYmjzVXSavVZyEB8ZiWLI-LIomQskSCx7Kkpd8Gp4Ut2WFo69Mo2WhTNIvEVztmvNcKYA5OkONn2S_aMQRH62X8EGwA6cibuz1Jg2Gxz9ypDgpnyK3f7sDR2LeIRic69oUIdhSIqgSchZSM50dfAdxfFFbn2ls8iPXohYOKo_au

Best New Streaming Shows

"Every week, ScreenCrush gives you what you need to know about the week’s best new streaming TV shows. If you’re in the market for a new series to stream, or you need a last-minute binge, or you are just trying to keep tabs on the latest seasons of old favorites, we have got you covered."

Read More: The Best New Shows on TV and Streaming This Week | https://screencrush.com/new-tv-streaming-this-week-081726/?utm_source=Klaviyo&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Monday%20-%20Reel%20Time&utm_id=01M08QVSHD3Z1E5Y2T9DRZ0R8F&utm_term=campaign&utm_content=The%20Best%20New%20Shows%20on%20TV%20and%20Streaming%20This%20Week&_kx=PiTwW_Mn2xeU4iUqxw4dzS-BSF7KwCahklHA9uPTBCg.WhwnvV&utm_source=tsmclip&utm_medium=referral

Project Hail Mary

"Keeping this short since there are so many reviews of this book out there."

https://cannonballread.com/2026/08/project-hail-mary-classic/

Fantasy Villians

"The fantasy genre has spawned some of literature's most memorable villains."https://www.cbr.com/strongest-fantasy-book-villains-list/

Stepen King

"Stephen King has had plenty of chances to make his mark on television, with very mixed results."

https://www.cbr.com/it-welcome-to-derry-best-stephen-king-tv-adaptation/

Streaming

"I love streaming services. I see them as an affordable way to watch movies, and when those movies rotate away, I can stream something new."https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/movies/articles/5-movies-good-bought-them-124513673.html"No one is ever going to accuse The X-Files: I Want to Believe of being the better of the two X-Files films, but time has been fairly kind to this overly maligned 2008 release."https://www.ign.com/articles/the-x-files-i-want-to-believe-vrach-frankenshteyn-review"Amazon and Ridley Scott are teaming up for a new adaptation."https://screenrant.com/amazon-folk-of-the-air-series-adaptation-holly-black/"Hollywood screenwriter Dean Devlin has confirmed his interest in rebooting Doctor Who, as the BBC seeks to find a new production partner."https://www.ign.com/articles/we-certainly-hope-to-have-a-discussion-stargate-independence-day-writer-wants-to-reboot-doctor-who-after-report-claims-he-wants-to-bring-back-david-tennant

Science fiction and fantasy

"Science fiction and fantasy are two of the most popular genres in literature."https://www.cbr.com/best-science-fantasy-books-of-all-time-list/

Science fiction

"Science fiction is easily one of the most popular genres for both movies and television but when it comes to where sci-fi stories truly shine, that would be the small screen."

https://comicbook.com/tv-shows/feature/the-best-sci-fi-series-youre-not-watching-is-back-and-its-perfect-for-stargate-fans/

When and Where Cyberpunk Sci-fi was born

"Cyberpunk sci-fi was born in the 1980s, and these are the seven best books in the genre to come out of the decade."

https://screenrant.com/best-1980s-cyberpunk-sci-fi-books/

More August 2026 bests

"A dog’s inspiring journey, an aging film star’s supernatural scare and a star-crossed couple — see PEOPLE’s picks for the best books of August 2026, so far."

https://people.com/peoples-best-books-of-august-2026-12036396

Spider-Man Brand New Day and Odyssey

"A powerful one-two punch from “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” and “The Odyssey” has fueled the biggest collective weekend in box office history, with roughly $430 million across all movies in the marketplace."https://variety.com/2026/film/box-office/the-odyssey-spiderman-biggest-box-office-weekend-history-1236825132/?utm_source=join1440&utm_medium=email&utm_placement=newsletter&user_id=66c4c92f5d78644b3ac5d5b4

Best Science Fiction Books

"There are very few things that a science fiction fan enjoys more than a grand, inventive, well-written sci-fi epic."

https://collider.com/best-sci-fi-epic-books-all-time-ranked/

Most Popular Sub Genre of sci-fi and Fantasy

"Considered one of the most popular sub-genres of fantasy literature, high fantasy remains at the forefront with its vast world-building, moral conflicts, and deep mythologies."

https://www.cbr.com/greatest-high-fantasy-book-trilogies-list/

OC

"Southern California rarely looked as cool as it did on The O.C., Fox’s seminal teen drama that premiered in 2003."

https://ew.com/the-oc-cast-then-and-now-12026147?hid=4811f21c13a7d3a5abac89f8c16272d61e5cb114&did=25229233-20260808&utm_campaign=ewk-dispatch_newsletter&utm_source=ewk&utm_medium=email&utm_content=080826&lctg=4811f21c13a7d3a5abac89f8c16272d61e5cb114&lr_input=64a20f24338333901e4cb7afc40a3cfae56c6770df59fc13cf25a5ce36d78b01&utm_term=send2

Dystopia are paradoxical

"Sci fi dystopias are often, paradoxically, hopeful: they show oppressive systems, but they also show resistance."

https://fivebooks.com/best-books/dystopian-sci-fi-books-adrian-tchaikovsky/

Empyrean series

"The Empyrean series is about to expand in a surprising new way."

https://screenrant.com/fourth-wing-graphic-novel-2027-release-preorder-available-now/

HBO Max

"There is certainly no shortage of content to stream on HBO Max, but lately, many subscribers have been choosing to revisit the Maze Runner trilogy."

https://www.cbr.com/the-maze-runner-movies-sci-fi-hbo-max-success-august-2026/

Science fiction greats

"The world of science fiction has provided television with some of the greatest stories."

https://collider.com/upcoming-sci-fi-shows-ranked-anticipation/

Jetsons

"Studios rarely break real news in their earnings paperwork, though Warner Bros."

https://movieweb.com/jim-carrey-jetsons-live-action-movie-confirmed/

Alexander Skarsgård

"Alexander Skarsgård is living out a lifelong dream by playing a man made out of wicker — more on that in a second."https://ew.com/alexander-skarsgard-nipples-wicker-trailer-exclusive-12030562?hid=4811f21c13a7d3a5abac89f8c16272d61e5cb114&did=25074077-20260730&utm_campaign=ewk-dispatch_newsletter&utm_source=ewk&utm_medium=email&utm_content=073026&lctg=4811f21c13a7d3a5abac89f8c16272d61e5cb114&lr_input=64a20f24338333901e4cb7afc40a3cfae56c6770df59fc13cf25a5ce36d78b01&utm_term=send2

Space Opera

"The sci-fi space opera genre is expansive with plenty of hidden gems that haven't received the attention they deserve, and these eight obscure books you've probably never heard of are your perfect next read."

https://screenrant.com/best-space-opera-sci-fi-unknown/

Movies give us escape

"Movies give viewers a chance to escape our world and reality, venturing to a newfound place."

https://collider.com/sci-fi-movies-make-you-see-world-differently/

Valeria Luiselli

"Valeria Luiselli is an acclaimed writer of both fiction and nonfiction."

https://interlocutorinterviews.com/valeria-luiselli-interview-beginning-middle-end-knopf-penguin-random-house/

Larry Nivon

"Larry Niven has won five Hugo Awards, the Nebula Award, and the Locus Award for his novels and short fiction, and has been named an SFWA Grand Master."

https://www.lapl.org/news-stories/articles/interview-authors-larry-niven-and-steven-barnes

Summer Science Fiction and Fantasy books

"Summer is still in full swing and it’s hot, but it’s not as hot as this month’s selection of new science fiction and fantasy books!"

https://bookriot.com/new-sci-fi-and-fantasy-books-august-2026/

Ludwig

"Ludwig fans will be delighted to know that the BBC series, which comes out on BritBox in the United States, has already been renewed for Season 3."

https://www.tvinsider.com/1279933/ludwig-season-3-britbox-david-mitchell/?utm_source=TV+Insider%3A+Breaking+News&utm_campaign=a030dd571c-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2026_08_06_06_51&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_170fcbb83f-a030dd571c-578815405

Science Fiction Books

"Science fiction is one of the most popular genres of fiction in all media, most notably in novels."

https://collider.com/sci-fi-books-perfect-cover-to-cover/

Star Trek

"Since Gene Roddenberry first created the franchise in 1966, Star Trek has been the unofficial king of sci-fi, and there are countless movies to watch if you love it."https://www.cbr.com/must-watch-movies-for-star-trek-fans-list/

Movies Viewers escape

"Movies give viewers a chance to escape our world and reality, venturing to a newfound place."

https://collider.com/sci-fi-movies-make-you-see-world-differently/

Star Wars New Hope

"Since the theatrical debut of A New Hope in 1977, Star Wars has become one of the largest and most globally recognized entertainment franchises of all time."https://www.cbr.com/best-star-wars-book-trilogies-list/

Pantheons and Demons

"Pantheons and demons are popular topics in science fiction and fantasy."https://bookriot.com/best-science-fiction-and-fantasy-about-gods-and-demons/

Game of Thrones and Expanse

"While The Expanse began life on the Syfy network, it was cancelled after three seasons and eventually picked up by Prime Video for three more seasons before its finale."

https://collider.com/the-expanse-epic-sci-fi-game-of-thrones-stargate/

Expanse

 

"When it comes to realistic sci-fi series, The Expanse books by James S. A. Corey are often held up as the gold standard."https://www.makeuseof.com/6-realistic-sci-fi-book-series-better-the-expanse-mars-andy-weir/

Summer 2026 Reads

"It’s Summer! What could I read?I have recently been reminded that we used to do a round-up of stuff every year, but since Covid, it has become sidelined. (I’m sure that there’s not a direct correlation there.)"https://www.sffworld.com/2026/08/summer-reading-suggestions/

2026 TV Calendar

"The 2026 TV calendar has proven fruitful."

https://collider.com/best-sci-fi-shows-2026-ranked/

Wendell Bryenton

"If you follow science fiction writer Wendell Bryenton’s  Convergence series, then you will be pleased to know Book Two The Convergence Boundary, will be released on Thursday, July 30."https://www.stalbertgazette.com/local-arts-and-culture/st-albert-sci-fi-author-poses-fresh-ai-questions-in-new-book-12608662

Henry Cavill

"Henry Cavill's Warhammer 40,000 is officially expanding."https://www.cbr.com/henry-cavill-warhammer-40000-animated-series/

August Books

"August is traditionally the calm before the autumn publishing storm, but this year publishers clearly didn’t get the memo."https://www.scifinow.co.uk/books/best-sci-fi-books-august-2026/

Space Operas

"The sci-fi space opera genre is expansive with plenty of hidden gems that haven't received the attention they deserve, and these eight obscure books you've probably never heard of are your perfect next read."

https://screenrant.com/best-space-opera-sci-fi-unknown/

Spider Man Brand New Day

"“Spider-Man: Brand New Day” surpassed $1 billion globally in near-record time."

https://variety.com/2026/film/box-office/spider-man-brand-new-day-billion-dollars-six-days-1236826658/?utm_source=join1440&utm_medium=email&utm_placement=newsletter&user_id=66c4c92f5d78644b3ac5d5b4

Roku

"Roku TVs and Roku players have gained access to several new free live channels through The Roku Channel, expanding the platform’s already extensive lineup of ad-supported programming."https://cordcuttersnews.com/roku-adds-4-new-free-channels-to-roku-tvs-roku-players-in-august-2026/

Henry Winkler

"Henry Winkler says the Happy Days set was totally ego-free — except for one guest star who didn’t get the memo."

https://ew.com/henry-winkler-happy-days-actor-let-fame-go-to-his-head-12032317?tag=latestcatalog_ewk&hid=4811f21c13a7d3a5abac89f8c16272d61e5cb114&did=25093441-20260802&utm_campaign=ewk-dispatch_newsletter&utm_source=ewk&utm_medium=email&utm_content=080226&lctg=4811f21c13a7d3a5abac89f8c16272d61e5cb114&lr_input=64a20f24338333901e4cb7afc40a3cfae56c6770df59fc13cf25a5ce36d78b01&utm_term=send2

Parent Trap

"You’re not seeing double... it’s just Annie and Hallie, back on your screens nearly 30 years later. At least, that’s who it appears to be."

https://ew.com/lindsay-lohan-reprises-parent-trap-twins-new-commercial-amy-sedaris-oreos-reeses-12032322?tag=latestcatalog_ewk&hid=4811f21c13a7d3a5abac89f8c16272d61e5cb114&did=25093441-20260802&utm_campaign=ewk-dispatch_newsletter&utm_source=ewk&utm_medium=email&utm_content=080226&lctg=4811f21c13a7d3a5abac89f8c16272d61e5cb114&lr_input=64a20f24338333901e4cb7afc40a3cfae56c6770df59fc13cf25a5ce36d78b01&utm_term=send2

Andy Weir

"Thanks to the success of Phil Lord and Christopher Miller's acclaimed "Project Hail Mary" this year, and the equal success of Ridley Scott's celebrated "The Martian" back in 2015, sci-fi author Andy Weir has become a household name."

Read More: https://www.slashfilm.com/2225320/project-hail-mary-andy-weir-sci-fi-book-reccomondation-red-rising/

Home Improvement Reunion

"A sweet "A sweet Home Improvement cast reunion has signaled that it just might be tool time once again."https://ew.com/home-improvement-cast-reunion-jonathan-taylor-thomas-12030697?hid=4811f21c13a7d3a5abac89f8c16272d61e5cb114&did=25074077-20260730&utm_campaign=ewk-dispatch_newsletter&utm_source=ewk&utm_medium=email&utm_content=073026&lctg=4811f21c13a7d3a5abac89f8c16272d61e5cb114&lr_input=64a20f24338333901e4cb7afc40a3cfae56c6770df59fc13cf25a5ce36d78b01&utm_term=send2

 has signaled that it just might be tool time once again."https://ew.com/home-improvement-cast-reunion-jonathan-taylor-thomas-12030697?hid=4811f21c13a7d3a5abac89f8c16272d61e5cb114&did=25074077-20260730&utm_campaign=ewk-dispatch_newsletter&utm_source=ewk&utm_medium=email&utm_content=073026&lctg=4811f21c13a7d3a5abac89f8c16272d61e5cb114&lr_input=64a20f24338333901e4cb7afc40a3cfae56c6770df59fc13cf25a5ce36d78b01&utm_term=send2

Goodbyes in 2025- 2026

"The 2025-2026 network season is over, and we’re saying goodbye to a handful of shows that won’t be returning next year."

https://ew.com/every-nbc-show-canceled-so-far-in-2026-11985366?hid=4811f21c13a7d3a5abac89f8c16272d61e5cb114&did=25093439-20260801&utm_campaign=ewk-dispatch_newsletter&utm_source=ewk&utm_medium=email&utm_content=080126&lctg=4811f21c13a7d3a5abac89f8c16272d61e5cb114&lr_input=64a20f24338333901e4cb7afc40a3cfae56c6770df59fc13cf25a5ce36d78b01&utm_term=send2

X men reboot

"Australian actress Samara Weaving is set to star as Emma Frost in Marvel’s “X-Men” reboot, TheWrap has learned."

https://www.thewrap.com/creative-content/movies/samara-weaving-x-men-reboot-emma-frost/

Spider-Mans Stunt Double

"For Teifion Sussex, playing Spider-Man was something he'd trained for his entire life."

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq563ly5v1xo

Emily Wilson

"Emily Wilson is walking back some of her criticisms of Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey after experiencing quite the journey of her own with social media backlash."

https://ew.com/the-odyssey-translator-emily-wilson-says-christopher-nolan-should-be-ashamed-of-his-abysmal-script-12028011

Author Stephen King

"With a total of 67 novels and novellas, not including his nonfiction works and roughly 200 short stories, Stephen King can be an intimidating author to approach."

https://collider.com/stephen-king-essential-books/

Cole Houser

"Cole Hauser is feeling positive about the future of Dutton Ranch under its new showrunner."https://ew.com/cole-hauser-new-dutton-ranch-showrunner-season-2-really-nice-step-12030886?hid=4811f21c13a7d3a5abac89f8c16272d61e5cb114&did=25074077-20260730&utm_campaign=ewk-dispatch_newsletter&utm_source=ewk&utm_medium=email&utm_content=073026&lctg=4811f21c13a7d3a5abac89f8c16272d61e5cb114&lr_input=64a20f24338333901e4cb7afc40a3cfae56c6770df59fc13cf25a5ce36d78b01&utm_term=send2

Tori Spelling

"Tori Spelling has exited her Beverly Hills, 90210 rewatch podcast with former costar and cohost, actress Jennie Garth."https://ew.com/tori-spelling-exits-90210-rewatch-podcast-jennie-garth-continues-12030765?hid=4811f21c13a7d3a5abac89f8c16272d61e5cb114&did=25074077-20260730&utm_campaign=ewk-dispatch_newsletter&utm_source=ewk&utm_medium=email&utm_content=073026&lctg=4811f21c13a7d3a5abac89f8c16272d61e5cb114&lr_input=64a20f24338333901e4cb7afc40a3cfae56c6770df59fc13cf25a5ce36d78b01&utm_term=send2

Home Improvement cast reunion

"A sweet Home Improvement cast reunion has signaled that it just might be tool time once again."https://ew.com/home-improvement-cast-reunion-jonathan-taylor-thomas-12030697?hid=4811f21c13a7d3a5abac89f8c16272d61e5cb114&did=25074077-20260730&utm_campaign=ewk-dispatch_newsletter&utm_source=ewk&utm_medium=email&utm_content=073026&lctg=4811f21c13a7d3a5abac89f8c16272d61e5cb114&lr_input=64a20f24338333901e4cb7afc40a3cfae56c6770df59fc13cf25a5ce36d78b01&utm_term=send2

Science Fiction Hugo and Nebula Awards

"The most prestigious prizes in the worlds of sci-fi and fantasy writing are the Hugo and Nebula Awards, the former voted on by members of the annual World Science Fiction Convention, the latter bestowed by the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers 

Association."

https://collider.com/sci-fi-books-hugo-nebula-award-winners/

Memorable Scifi

"Over the years, the United Kingdom has produced some of the best, most iconic, and most memorable sci-fi TV shows ever made. The country shows no signs of letting up on its creative output in this regard, either, with Netflix's superhero show Supacell proving to be very popular. There's a specific charm associated with British-made sci-fi shows; they are invariably camp, quirky, and funny, while often challenging viewers to ponder some of life's bigger questions."

https://screenrant.com/best-british-sci-fi-shows-of-all-time/

MCU Avengers Endgame

"The MCU has introduced many new characters after Avengers: Endgame, and I'm happy that Thunderbolts* director Jake Schreier's latest comments suggest Marvel is embracing its best new hero. Thunderbolts* is a collection of many of the MCU's best antiheroes, several of whom were introduced in Phase 4. A few MCU veterans are returning, such as Bucky Barnes and Ghost, and many newer faces are also joining the fight, including Yelena Belova, Red Guardian, U.S. Agent, and Taskmaster."

https://screenrant.com/thunderbolts-marvel-best-post-endgame-character-mcu-director/

TV Crossover

"TV crossover events have seen plenty of ups and downs over the years."

https://www.cbr.com/bones-sleepy-hollow-underrated-tv-crossover-episode/

Remakes

"In a world where movie studios are averse to risk, remakes and reboots have become Hollywood’s bread and butter."

https://www.ranker.com/list/remake-actors-who-nailed-it/rafa-boladeras?utm_source=newsletters&utm_medium=watchworthy&utm_campaign=ww_active&utm_content=20241221&lctg=66cbe42d1fc8c242f80af355&user_email=ecc4eb5a460f31b456c54514153c0893

Brady Corbets

"Two wildly audacious films — Brady Corbet’s 215-minute postwar epic “The Brutalist” and Jacques Audiard’s Spanish language, genre-shifting trans musical “Emilia Perez” — won top honors at the 82nd Golden Globes on Sunday."

https://apnews.com/article/golden-globes-2025-emilia-perez-timothee-chalamet-efea6919904ccc8bebdc17197369c217

Alexander Skarsgård

"Alexander Skarsgård is living out a lifelong dream by playing a man made out of wicker — more on that in a second."https://ew.com/alexander-skarsgard-nipples-wicker-trailer-exclusive-12030562?hid=4811f21c13a7d3a5abac89f8c16272d61e5cb114&did=25074077-20260730&utm_campaign=ewk-dispatch_newsletter&utm_source=ewk&utm_medium=email&utm_content=073026&lctg=4811f21c13a7d3a5abac89f8c16272d61e5cb114&lr_input=64a20f24338333901e4cb7afc40a3cfae56c6770df59fc13cf25a5ce36d78b01&utm_term=send2

Science Fiction winners

"The most prestigious prizes in the worlds of sci-fi and fantasy writing are the Hugo and Nebula Awards, the former voted on by members of the annual World Science Fiction Convention, the latter bestowed by the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association."

https://collider.com/sci-fi-books-hugo-nebula-award-winners/

Science Fiction in August 2026

"August has a little bit of everything science fiction does well when it is not trying to be tidy: a fascist empire with a democracy problem, a Korean coastal village rotting under an ancient plague, an English manor house with something wrong in its bloodline, and a world ending two centuries at a time."

https://www.vinitnair.com/post/august-2026-sci-fi-book-releases-you-can-t-miss#google_vignette

Harry Potter Cast

"Frost has been cast as Hagrid, McTeer will play Minerva McGonagall, and Essiedu will portray Severus Snape."https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c15vlv3glzqo?utm_source=join1440&utm_medium=email&utm_placement=newsletter&user_id=66c4c92f5d78644b3ac5d5b4

What one thing made feel the way you did about yourself before? Why did it have such an impact on you?I have always felt loved, even when love wasn’t shown to me. Call me a hopeless romantic; but you can find love anywhere, in books, art, multimedia.

As long as you have decency within you it will find you, no matter how awful your circumstances are, if your heart is pure, it shall not let you down ever.#BeNoteWorthy#piccadillyinc